Collaboration
The Center for Pet Family Well-Being advances pet family well-being through intentional, interdisciplinary collaboration. Our work is grounded in a One Health Systems approach—aligning veterinary medicine, human healthcare, social services, public health, animal welfare, housing, and community-based organizations to reduce fragmentation and improve access to care.
Cross-Sector Partnerships
We build and strengthen partnerships across disciplines to design integrated, community-driven models of care.
Systems Convenings
We host and support forums that bring together researchers, practitioners, policymakers, and community leaders to advance actionable solutions.
Research & Knowledge Exchange
We translate research into practice and create pathways for bidirectional learning between academic and community partners.
Field Building
We support the development of infrastructure, shared frameworks, and professional networks that advance One Health Systems nationally and globally.
Key Collaborative Initiatives
Access to Veterinary Care Coalition (AVCC)
A national coalition focused on improving equitable access to veterinary care through research, policy, systems change, and shared strategy. The AVCC brings together leaders across animal welfare, veterinary medicine, philanthropy, and human services to align efforts and reduce barriers for pet families.
One Health Systems Summit
A leadership convening designed to advance health equity for people and pets. The Summit brings together interdisciplinary stakeholders to develop scalable, community-centered solutions that integrate veterinary care, social services, and public health systems.
One Health Community
A growing network of professionals committed to advancing collaborative care models that support people, pets, and communities. The Community provides a forum for connection, shared learning, and ongoing dialogue across sectors.
Collaboration is central to achieving systemic change. We welcome engagement from researchers, practitioners, funders, policymakers, and community partners who are committed to strengthening systems that support pet families.
Michael J Blackwell, DVM, MPH,
Assistant Surgeon General, USPHS (Ret.)
Founder & Director